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Projecting a Dodgers-Reds Elly De La Cruz trade package as fan fiction moves closer to reality

Jim Bowden believes the Cincinnati Reds would consider trading Elly De La Cruz, and the Los Angeles Dodgers have the farm system and the motivation to build a blockbuster package.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 10:46 PM
Projecting a Dodgers-Reds Elly De La Cruz trade package as fan fiction moves closer to reality
Key Things to Know
  • Dodgers Way proposes potential Los Angeles Dodgers trade packages to acquire Cincinnati Reds superstar shortstop Elly De La Cruz.
  • The Athletic's Jim Bowden stated the Reds should consider trading De La Cruz rather than risking losing him in free agency.
  • De La Cruz previously turned down an extension offer larger than Joey Votto's 10-year, $225 million deal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dodgers Way examines potential trade packages the Los Angeles Dodgers could offer the Cincinnati Reds for superstar shortstop Elly De La Cruz. Following comments from analyst Jim Bowden suggesting Cincinnati should consider trading De La Cruz before free agency, writer Anthony Ranaudo argues that Los Angeles represents an ideal destination as President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman seeks the team's next franchise cornerstone.

De La Cruz reportedly rejected an extension exceeding $225 million in 2025 and is entering arbitration under agent Scott Boras. Ranaudo suggests a Dodgers trade proposal could center on established major leaguers such as Andy Pages, Justin Wrobleski, or Alex Freeland, paired with top prospects like Josue De Paula or a broader package featuring Bobby Miller.

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